SOLUTION: how do i simplify the equation x^-4th over x^-12th?

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Question 309855: how do i simplify the equation x^-4th over x^-12th?
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how do i simplify the equation x^-4th over x^-12th?
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When you divide, you subtract exponents.
-4 - (-12) = 8
--> x^8
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Another way to look at it:

Multiply numerator and denominator by x^12
-->
= x^8
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